2006 Kia Spectra vs. 1965 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2006 Kia Spectra is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. (48 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Spectra weights approximately 899 kg more than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Toyota Sport 800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Spectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Kia Spectra (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. (72 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Spectra | 1965 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Spectra | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 30 L |